Coffee aficionados often prefer French press coffee for good reason: it produces a rich and flavorful cup of coffee without the bitterness or burnt taste that commonly accompanies automatic drip brew. French presses are also inexpensive and allow one to savor a cup of coffee without rushing through the process.

Bad news for French press lovers?

Godman’s article stem from a statement made by Dr. Eric Rimm, Harvard professor of epidemiology and nutrition, claiming that drinking five to eight cups of unfiltered coffee everyday could possibly raise LDL cholesterol levels. Why? Because the oily goodness that makes French press coffee taste so divine, formally known as diterpenes, have been shown to increase cholesterol levels.

Note that Dr. Rimm mentioned people needing to drink between five and eight cups of French press or unfiltered coffee per day to raise cholesterol levels — few people actually drink that much coffee everyday, and even so, what about the studies linking coffee to positive health benefits?

There have been studies showing that coffee can help reverse liver damage, lead to a longer life, and ward off certain illnesses and diseases. All of this conflicting information has left some coffee drinkers confused about what to do.

The Truth about the Risk

When Heidi Godman wrote that diterpenes have been “shown to have a negative impact on health”, it wasn’t stated under what conditions and from where — coffee isn’t the only substance in existence that contains the compound. In fact, there have been scientific studies showing that diterpenes hold promise as a therapy for those with heart disease.

The good news for French press coffee lovers is there’s truly no need to stop drinking your favorite style of brew. Though LDL is the “bad” cholesterol — HDL cholesterol is beneficial — we all have it in our bodies.

If you live a lifestyle in which you get an overload of LDL cholesterol from other sources, perhaps you should think about slowing down your intake of unfiltered coffee. However, those who maintain an average level of health have little to worry about.

It’s All About Moderation

Whether you like French press, automatic drip, instant, or any other type of coffee, it’s best to drink it in moderation rather than consuming too much in a day. Drinking more than five cups of coffee each day means you’re taking in a significant amount of caffeine.

To cut back a bit while still getting your coffee fix, try drinking smaller servings or subbing in strong tea once you hit five cups of java in a day. And if you’re really concerned about the claims about coffee and cholesterol, simply pour your French press brew through an unbleached filter before drinking it.

Very little of the research pertaining to coffee, particularly French press style, is conclusive. Furthermore, much of the news surrounding the positive and negative effects of drinking it aren’t backed by any valid research studies at all.

The first French press was patented in 1929, and people around the world have been using them ever since without any ill effects. Rather than getting stressed over the matter, use your judgment and enjoy your brew in moderation.

Gone are the days when traditional classrooms ruled education. Today, e-learning — taking classes, lessons, and seminars via an online, mobile, or virtual platform — is fast becoming the go-to way to gain new insight and information. The stigma surrounding this mode of learning is gone, and it’s now being taken to new heights.

From grade school to college and in the business world, the convenience of using e-learning technology combined with its immense flexibility and scalability have put it on the track to become the primary way that people learn. Here are four exciting things that the future of e-learning has in store.

1. The Rise of Informal Education

These days, you can take college level courses — some from esteemed universities including MIT and Harvard — via e-learning without paying anything. With college tuition going through the roof, droves of people are turning to informal education instead of springing for a degree that will put them into debt. Even the e-learning courses that come with a fee are significantly less costly than paying for college credits.

The demand for more informal education is part of what makes certain e-learning platforms so popular. Aside from people who are looking for intellectual stimulation or to expand their professional skills, e-learning is increasingly providing the opportunity for people to explore new interests and hobbies. You can get instruction on how to do just about anything, from building your own house to making jewelry or writing a novel, on your preferred device and at your own pace.

2. Innovative Business Training

E-learning platforms are ideal for use in the business world because industries change so quickly. Some e-learning companies, such as Digital Altitude, are focused on providing training for aspiring entrepreneurs and providing opportunities for the average person to become professionally and financially successful.

Business and career self-help books used to be among the most popular ways to learn, but they quickly become outdated. Instead of constantly producing new printed materials and going through the traditional editing process, updated information can be made available in a matter of seconds with e-learning systems.

3. Global Teaching

One of the most fascinating things about the internet is how it has enabled people to do business and connect with people around the world. E-learning will take that a step further and allow individuals and groups from all across the globe to exchange information of all types.

Want to learn how to make authentic international cuisine? You can take a course from a cook in another corner of the world without ever leaving home. Think your business could benefit from a system being used overseas? You can train your team using e-learning courses and materials from companies in other nations.

Not only is global training much cheaper than traveling and appearing in person, the audio and visual quality of e-learning is higher than ever. This is why so many top brands are switching to cloud based training, as opposed to spending millions per year to fly their staff to other countries and pay for accommodation and other expenses.

4. More Engaged and Interested Youth

There’s debate about whether public schools will eventually adopt e-learning en masse, but many charter and private schools have already hopped onboard, citing e-learning as more engaging and interesting to young students. The more tuned into lessons that students are, the more likely they’ll be to retain information and study independently.

There have also been a number of homeschool programs that have launched their own e-learning platforms, making it easier for parents across the country to give their children a quality education no matter how their local school districts perform.

Most homeowners, and even renters, have tools at home to assist with tasks from hanging pictures to assembling furniture. However, many people overlook how important it is to not just have tools, but ones that are good quality. Proper tools are not only easier to use, they’re also safer, will save your money in the long run, and are much more efficient.

The Risks of Using Cheap Tools

Unfortunately, there have been a number of high profile incidents that revolved around using low quality tools or those without adequate safety features. While today many people are comfortable with using all manner of power tools around the house, it’s best not to take for granted the type of damage that they can do if they happen to malfunction.

Every year tens of thousands of people end up in the hospital because they had an accident involving a tool, and the more power a tool has the more likely it is that someone will get hurt using it. Nail guns, staple guns, chainsaws, electric drills, and wood chippers are commonly involved in accidents ranging from bruises and small cuts to entire limbs being severed and people losing their lives.

In one instance, a man fell from a stepladder while holding a power drill and ended up killing himself while hanging lights for a New Year’s Day party. Another incident involved a man who fatally injured himself using a circular saw while completing a remodeling project.

One of the most stunning accidents that happened in recent years was a 14 year old teen who was sucked into a wood chipper in 2009. No one expected it to happen, as is usually the case, and the boy wasn’t toying around with the machinery — he was overpowered by its force and there was nothing anyone around could do to stop it.

Even in a scenario where one makes a user error while using a power tool, quality models with safety enhancements can literally mean the difference between life and death.

Three Essential Home Tools to Have

The power drill is a tool that most people have seen, and it helps make so many things easier. The important thing to look for when buying a drill is a chuck that can be correctly manipulated without a large margin of error — loose chucks cause a huge hazard.

A chainsaw will also perform a number of tasks about the house, and if you live in a rural area, frequently take on building projects, or cut wood throughout the year, you’ll find it an invaluable piece of equipment to keep on hand. The best chainsaw models are not only efficient and powerful, but they come with built in safety measures to help prevent accidents.

Having a cordless circular saw is ideal if you plan to do home renovations, but you’ll also find yourself using it to complete other tasks in your home. There are few ways to more efficiently cut lumber, and using a cordless version will be less hassle.

The Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has announced in a massive rally in Istanbul that the return of the death penalty would be approved soon. However, it would be subject to the opinion of the parliament and the public. The rally took place after last month’s failed military coup. Mr. Erdogan also told that there would not be any supporter of the US-based cleric Fethullah Gulen in Turkey. According to the Turkish government, the cleric is responsible for the military coup that took place. The rally was attended by many religious figures and leaders of two of the three opposition parties in Turkey. Only the Kurdish party was left behind.

What happened because of the military coup?

• More than 270 people had been killed during the coup attempt, and it triggered a government fall.

• Thousands of supporters of Mr. Gulen were detained. Many were dismissed from government posts.

• Western nations are critical of the government’s reaction to the military coup. Turkey recently applied to join the European Union (EU). But EU has refused to accept capital punishment in the member states.

About five million people attended the rally that took place on the parade ground. The event was broadcast live on TV screens. Mr. Erdogan emphasized on approving the death penalty. He has assured that the parliament will decide on the capital punishment, and he will support the parliament’s decision. He mentioned that Turkey used to have death penalty until 1984. US, Japan, China and other parts of the world also has this punishment. So, there is nothing wrong if Turkey has death penalty again.

Japan’s Emperor Akihito has recently announced that he is thinking of resigning from his post due to his age and deteriorating health. He said that he wants to hand over the duty to someone who is capable. He had heart surgery and was treated for prostate cancer. He has been on the throne since 1989 after his father’s death.

Who might be the next Emperor?

Akihito’s eldest son, Crown Prince Naruhito, is the first in line to the Chrysanthemum throne. He is 56 years old now. The next one is his younger brother Prince Akishino. No woman is allowed to inherit the throne. So, Princess Aiko, who is the daughter of Crown Prince Naruhito, will never be able to take the throne.

Why is it not possible for the Emperor to abdicate?

There is no room for abdication under the current laws. So, the laws must be changed first before the Emperor can resign from his post. These changes in laws must be approved by parliament as well. There was a debate in 2006 about whether a woman could rise to the throne as the Emperor didn’t have any grandson. But nothing happened as a boy was born to the family later on. A debate on the retirement for the Emperor was also underway in 2011. But no change was made in the law.

The younger generation is supporting the Emperor’s wish to abdicate. They think that the Emperor should step down and rest instead. But the conservative group in the society is opposing this thought.

Russian athletes are banned from competing at the Rio 2016 Paralympics as a result of the doping scandal. The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) had suspended the athletes before, and now they have been banned. The Russian Paralympic Committee will take measures. The International Olympic Committee (IOC), however, didn’t support the ban order. IOC wants to fight for the right of the clean athletes.

The Rio 2016 Paralympics will begin on 7th September. About 267 Russian athletes across 18 sports will not be able to participate in the game. According to the IPC president, the anti-doping system in Russia is corrupted. The Russian Paralympic Committee is not able to comply with the anti-doping code, for which the athletes are banned. The doping culture is corrupting the Russian sport. The government doesn’t show any concern for the health and well being of the athletes.

Why was Russia banned?

Russia’s sports ministry manipulated urine samples that were provided by the athletes between 2011 and 2015. 27 samples were identified relating to eight para-sports. Evidence was found that the samples were swapped during the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Games.

Which leading Para-athletes will not be able to play?

Many renowned Para-athletes won’t be able to play in this year’s Paralympic games.

Margarita Goncharova (athletics)

She won 100m gold at London 2012. She won silver as part of the Russian 4X100m team in the last year’s Worlds. She was supposed to compete in the 400 m and long jump in this year’s Paralympics.

Evgenii Shvetsov (athletics)

He won three golds in the T36 category at London 2012. He also won silver in the 400m at last year’s Worlds.

Olesya Vladykina (swimming)

She beat Britain’s Claire Cashmore in the SB8 100m breaststroke. Vladykina bit Cashmore in every major competition.

Valerie Shabalina (swimming)

She won three golds at the IPC Swimming Euros that was held recently in Portugal. She set two world records there.

The hunger for medals has ruined the Russian sports culture. Everyone is very disappointed and heartbroken by this incident.